Torontonians are being asked to reduce energy consumption by turning off unnecessary lights, refraining from using washing machines, dryers etc.

Toronto’s five westernmost subway stations (from Jane to Kipling) also remain closed due to flooding and shuttle buses were being used to transport commuters.

Thursday and beyond

A cold front pushing through the region Wednesday night will help to clear the area with a freshening breeze from the northwest.

"A significant pattern change will occur as the region dries out from a wet start to summer," says Vettese. "Initially dry and fresh conditions will give way to a return to heat over the weekend and into next week with increasing humidity. However, conditions are likely to remain mainly dry for an extended period into the start of next week."

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